Bridgestone Potenza RE97AS RFT 245/45R17, All Season, Performance tires.

Features and Benefits: Year-round performance; Improved controllability; Fuel-efficient performance; Run flat tire model; Bridgestone Potenza RE97AS RFT TiresThe Bridgestone Potenza RE97AS RFT is a performance and high performance, all season tire made for passenger vehicles. The model offers great controllability. The optimized tread elements and the durable compound maintain constant contact with the driving surface. In other words, these elements increase the tire's steering response time and accuracy to the driver's commands. The structure is also secured against the driving pressure affecting it. At the same time, the wide shoulder blocks boost the tire's cornering and maneuvering. These elements guarantee a safe driving experience, while the driver has full control over the vehicle. Excellent year-round performance. The ideal tread design and the all season compound improve the tire's dry, wet, and winter-weather traction. The ideal tread design closely follows the road surface in all conditions, while the all season compound keeps the rubber flexible in changing temperatures. On the other hand, circumferential grooves prevent hydroplaning. These grooves effectively eliminate water and slush from the footprint for safe performance in all seasons. The tire promotes excellent fuel economy. The ideal tread design and the special silica compound reduce the rolling resistance, which is the pressure that determines the vehicle's needed fuel intake levels. It also decreases fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, for a fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly driving experience. The Bridgestone Potenza RE97AS RFT is a run flat tire. The reinforced internal structure allows the tire's temporary, limited performance after air pressure loss. In this manner, the structure allows the tire to be securely driven once tire pressure drops. The model is able to safely withstand the vehicle's weight, ensuring its 50-mile, 50mph performance. Run flat tires should not be mixed with regular tires when they are mounted on the same vehicle. This tire model was manufactured as the original equipment tire of select vehicles. Manufacturers recommend changing tires every 10 years. As long as tires are properly stored before they are sold, the year of their manufacture will not shorten their service life.